Language and the Study of Language

"Language and the Study of Language Twelve Lectures on the Principles of Linguistic Science" by William Dwight Whitney is a seminal work in linguistics. Published in 1867, it delves into the fundamental principles of linguistic science across twelve comprehensive lectures. Whitney's systematic approach covers topics such as phonetics, morphology, syntax, and historical linguistics. His insightful analysis and lucid explanations have made this book a foundational text in the study of language, influencing generations of linguists and scholars.